The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office recently received a $100 donation from the Vietnam Veterans of America St. Bernard Chapter 550 to benefit the Junior Deputy Academy program.
Formed in 2015, the Junior Deputy Academy is open to St. Bernard Parish children ages 10 to 12. The annual program is designed to foster community pride and self esteem, while teaching youngsters about the various aspects of law enforcement.
Held each summer during June, the free program is led by Lt. Eric Eilers and Chaplain Aaron Johnson.